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Space Tech Expo Europe is the premier European event dedicated to space engineering and technology. It brings together key players from across the space supply chain to showcase innovations in launch services, satellite operations, ground systems, software, components, and dual-use technologies. Taking place in Bremen, one of Europe’s main aerospace hubs, the event provides a platform for industry professionals, researchers, and policymakers to connect, explore the latest developments, and establish strategic partnerships. The 2025 edition will feature an exhibition, technical sessions, and B2B networking opportunities. Date: 18–20 November 2025 Location: Bremen, Germany To register and view the full programme, visit the official event page. 

Milipol Paris, the leading event for homeland security and safety, is organised every two years under the aegis of the French Ministry for the Interior, in partnership with national and international institutions and governmental bodies. In 2023, it hosted over 1,100 exhibitors and welcomed more than 30,000 visitors. The next edition will take place from 18 to 21 November 2025 at Paris Nord Villepinte in Paris, France. More information and registration available via this link.

The European Commission’s DG DEFIS, together with the Tampere Region Safety and Security Cluster under the framework of the European Network of Defence-related Regions (ENDR), invites you to Tampere, Finland, for a high-level European conference on 2–3 December 2025 at Tampere Hall. Titled “Rapid Civilian Innovation Development and Dual-Use in European Defence”, the event will serve as a European forum for dual-use innovation. Tampere, recognised as the heartland of Finland’s defence industry and home to key units of the Finnish Defence Forces, leading companies, and research institutions, provides the ideal backdrop for this conference. The programme will bring together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, innovators, and end-users to explore how civilian innovation can strengthen European defence capabilities. Thematic focus areas: Geopolitical Context: The impact of shifting global dynamics and regional security challenges on European defence strategies and innovation. Insights from Ukraine: Civilian technologies adapted for military use, offering lessons on resilience and hybrid warfare. Hybrid Warfare and Resilience: Cybersecurity, crisis management, supply chain robustness, and comprehensive security approaches. End-User Perspectives: The needs of military services and industry, and their influence on innovation and market dynamics. Industry and Academia Views: The role of research institutions, universities, and technology companies in advancing dual-use solutions.   Click here to register.   Date: 2–3 December 2025 Venue: Tampere Hall, Tampere, Finland Programme and Confirmed Speakers (subject to updates) 2 December 2025 – Full-day plenary and networking Geopolitical Context (Panel) TBC, European Commission (DG DEFIS) Esa Pulkkinen, Lieutenant General, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence of Finland Insights from Ukraine Valeriia Soloviova, International Partnerships Manager, Come Back Alive Anastasiia Voitova, Head of Security Engineering, Cossack Labs Peter Salo, Finnish drone veteran from the Ukraine frontline Andriy Chulyk, CEO, Sine Engineering Hybrid Warfare and Resilience Dr. Vesa Valtonen, Brigadier General, Finnish Defence Forces Dr. Daivis Petraitis, Baltic Defence College Dr. Viljar Veebel, Baltic Defence College and Latvian Institute of International Affairs Prof. Dr. Eugenijus Valatka, Rector, Kaunas University of Technology Evening Networking reception and dinner 3 December 2025 – Half-day plenary and site visits End-User Perspectives Lt. Gen. Jari Mikkonen, Deputy Chief of Staff, Armament and Logistics, Finnish Defence Forces Steen Søndergaard, NATO Chief Scientist Col. (ret.) Jyri Kosola, former Research Director, Finnish Defence Forces Enrico Annus, CSEL, Utti Jaeger Regiment, Finnish Defence Forces Industry and Academia Views Kari Renko, Executive VP, Strategic Programs, Patria Tuure Lehtoranta, VP Sales and Marketing, Insta Group Jani Pelkonen, Head of Engineering, Saab Technology Center, Saab Finland Sirkku Linna, Director General, Ministry of Education and Culture, Finland Prof. Markku-Juhani Saarinen, Tampere University Industry Pitching Session Open to European SMEs. Companies may register interest when signing up. Ten will be selected to pitch. Site Visits Saab Technology Center Tampere University (with a focus on dual-use technologies and advanced chip development) Event Host and Moderator Charly Salonius-Pasternak, CEO, Nordic West Office Full programme and further updates available at  ENDR Conference Tampere 2025